Decent ~18" barrel .308 Hunting Rifle

https://rifleshooter.com/2014/12/30...ato-barrel-length-versus-velocity-28-to-16-5/

I've attached a link to a good article regarding barrel length vs muzzle velocity with .308 Winchester. I have a couple rifles with 18" and 20" barrels.

When people bring up the added noise with shorter barrels/muzzle brakes I question why anyone would not spend $200 and wear a set of decent electronic hearing protection while hunting which still allow you to hear in the normal range. I guess some people prefer tinnitus, hearing loss, and the prospect of spending thousands of dollars on hearing aids.
 
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jamesharrison said:
Is there some reason you do not want to have the barrel on your Parker-Hale cut to 20"?

As others have said, you do not want to go to 20" or 18"; the muzzle blast is just stupid.
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I don't like the safety on it and seems lame to cut off the iron sights. Plus the bolt handle almost hits the scope on max magnification. Much prefer something different. Had a 742 and it was too heavy for me. XPR looks sweet. There was a Savage that looked interesting on the EE the other day, but didn't go for it as I'd much prefer 18, muzzle flash doesn't bother me, the extra length would way more.
 
Intheheartofit said:
I don't like the safety on it and seems lame to cut off the iron sights. Plus the bolt handle almost hits the scope on max magnification. Much prefer something different. Had a 742 and it was too heavy for me. XPR looks sweet. There was a Savage that looked interesting on the EE the other day, but didn't go for it as I'd much prefer 18, muzzle flash doesn't bother me, the extra length would way more.
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Understood but if you change your mind, front sights can be re-installed though they may require a different height front blade or bead depending on the barrel taper
 
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